Lexus ES: How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
- The ECM is connected to the CAN communication system. Therefore, before starting troubleshooting, make sure to check that there are no malfunctions in the CAN communication system.
- *: Use the Techstream.
PROCEDURE
| 1. | VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP |
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| 2. | CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS |
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| 3. | INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE |
Standard Voltage:
11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
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| 4. | CONNECT TECHSTREAM TO DLC3* |
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| 5. | CHECK AND CLEAR DTCS AND FREEZE FRAME DATA* |
(a) Refer to DTC Check / Clear.
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| 6. | VISUAL INSPECTION |
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| 7. | SELECT CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS* |
(a) Refer to Check Mode Procedure.
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| 8. | PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION |
(a) Refer to Road Test.
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| Result | Proceed to |
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| Symptom does not occur | A |
| Symptom occurs | B |
| B | .gif) | GO TO STEP 10 |
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| 9. | SYMPTOM SIMULATION |
(a) Refer to Symptom Simulation.
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| 10. | DTC CHECK* |
(a) Refer to DTC Check / Clear.
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| Result | Proceed to |
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| DTCs are not output | A |
| DTCs are output | B |
| B | | GO TO STEP 20 |
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| 11. | BASIC INSPECTION |
(a) Refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch.
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(b) Refer to Transmission Control Cable.
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| NG | | GO TO STEP 18 |
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| 12. | MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS |
(a) Refer to Mechanical System Tests.
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| NG | | GO TO STEP 17 |
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| 13. | HYDRAULIC TEST |
(a) Refer to Hydraulic Test.
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| NG | | GO TO STEP 17 |
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| 14. | MANUAL SHIFTING TEST |
(a) Refer to Manual Shifting Test.
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| NG | | GO TO STEP 16 |
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| 15. | PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 1 |
(a) Refer to Problem Symptoms Table.
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| NG | | GO TO STEP 21 |
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| 16. | PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 2 |
(a) Refer to Problem Symptoms Table.
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| 17. | COMPONENT INSPECTION |
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| 18. | REPAIR OR REPLACE |
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| 19. | CONFIRMATION TEST |
| NEXT | | END |
| 20. | DTC CHART |
(a) Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart.
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| 21. | CIRCUIT INSPECTION |
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| 22. | IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION |
| NEXT | | GO TO STEP 18 |
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Hydraulic Test
HYDRAULIC TEST PERFORM HYDRAULIC TEST CAUTION:
Do not perform a stall test if there are any people or objects near the vehicle.
The vehicle could begin moving suddenly, resulting in a serious ac
Initialization
INITIALIZATION RESET TRANSAXLE COMPENSATION CODE NOTICE:
If the following parts have been replaced, initialize the ECM, perform Reset Memory and Perform Road Test to Allow ECM to Learn.
ECM (Whe
Manual Shifting Test
MANUAL SHIFTING TEST MANUAL SHIFTING TEST HINT:
Using this test, it can be determined whether a problem is in an electrical circuit or if it is a mechanical problem in the transaxle.
If any abnor
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Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL NO. 2 RADIO BRACKET HINT: Perform this procedure only when replacement of the No. 2 radio bracket is necessary. (a) Install the No. 2 radio bracket with the 3 screws. 2. INSTALL NO. 1 RADIO BRACKET HINT: Perform this procedure only when replacement of the No. 1 radi
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST DATA LIST HINT: Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be dis
